How many syllables in “period”?
syllables in "period"
Word details
Syllables
2
pe · riod
Letters
6
p · e · r · i · o · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “period”
The word “period” contains 2 syllables, divided as pe · riod. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "period" have?
"period" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "period" into syllables?
"period" is divided into syllables as: pe · riod.
What is the Scrabble score for "period"?
The Scrabble score for "period" is 9 points.
Using “period” in writing
Two-syllable words like "period" (pe · riod) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “period” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “period”
The letters in “period” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dopier.